Have you been wondering about the 5th grade and the teachers? All the teachers that teach our 5th grade are all wonderful and brilliant teachers. They all answered some great questions about their amazing upcoming year.Mrs.Gilbert responded to a list of questions about teaching 5th grade. Question: What are some new events in the 5th grade?Answer: This year we are taking our field trip in December instead of May. This is a nice change and we are hoping that the different time of year will mean less crowds over in Philadelphia.Question: What is the difference between the classes from past years? Answer: One difference this year is that we started with narratives instead of informational. This was great in that we were able to jump right into the literature standards. We are beginning informational pieces after the holidays and I am excited to start a new type of reading and writing!Question: What are some of your favorite quotes you tell your students to encourage them?Answer: One of my favorite quotes involves remembering to write your name on your paper. I tell my students, "If you are going to do the work make sure you get the credit! Write your name on your paper!" Question: What is your favorite part of being a teacher?Answer: My favorite part of being a teacher is watching my students learn a new skill. When a student is able to learn and apply a new standard in his/her work it is such a feeling of accomplishment for me.

Mr.Rehn has answered to a list of questions about teaching the 5th grade.Question: What are some new events in the 5th grade?Answer: This isn’t a new event but, the 5th grade play is a great opportunity where the students get to perform for the entire school and their families. The students start practicing in March and then perform the play at the beginning of June.Question: What is your favorite part about being a 5th grade teacher? Answer: My favorite part of being a teacher is Monday mornings. I have missed the kids all weekend and so look forward to seeing their smiling faces and helping them achieve their goals.Question: What are some of your favorite quotes you like to tell your students to encourage them?Answer: “Again” from the movie Miracle. Athletes have to practice their craft over and over again and this applies to students and their education.Question: What made you become a 5th grade teacher?Answer: I love American history and I have a chance to teach that almost every day.

Mrs.Englehart has responded to a list of questions about teaching the 5th grade?Question: Is there any differences about your class this year from any of your past classes?Answer: The classes are smaller than before so that means less noise, has FANTASTIC students and the class has a better schedule.Question: Is there any new events in 5th grade?Answer: There is going to be a yoga class during lunch for only 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students only. We are taking our field trip earlier this year and we hope we can avoid the big crowds. Question: What are your favorite quotes to tell your students?Answer: “ Work hard play hard.”Question: What makes you a good teacher in your perspective?Answer: I am a funny teacher because I dislike a quiet classroom when not needed. I help my students when they need it. Question: What is your expectations for your students?Answer: I like when my students respect me and when they are respectful to their peers and other students. ​